According to Japan International Freight Forwarders Association (JIFFA), the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is reviewing the role of flag-of-convenience (FOC) vessels in U.S. trade. The investigation, announced on May 21, looked at whether foreign flagging laws and practices by vessel owners, operators, and agents create unfair conditions in U.S. foreign trade. The public comment […] The post FMC focuses on Flag-of-Convenience Vessels after investigation appeared first on Container News.

SANY Heavy Industry has reported strong results for the first half of 2025. The company delivered balanced growth by pushing forward its globalization, digitalization, and decarbonization strategy. Revenue reached US$6.24 billion, up 15% year-on-year. Net income jumped 46% to US$730 million, while operating cash flow rose 20% to US$1.42 billion. Net income margin climbed to […] The post SANY posts strong H1 2025 results with profitable growth appeared first on Container News.

Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract to supply the full equipment package for India’s first fully electric tug. The vessel will be built under the country’s Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP), marking a major step toward maritime decarbonisation. Awarded by Mandovi Drydocks in partnership with Ripley Group, the deal covers Kongsberg’s permanent magnet azimuth thrusters, […] The post Kongsberg to equip India’s first fully electric tug appeared first on Container News.

Neptune advises that, due to network demand requirements and in order to minimize disruption to cargo flows, adjustments have been made to upcoming vessel schedules affecting calls at Funafuti and Santo Luganville. The Southern Pearl 0510 will omit Funafuti and instead call at Majuro and Kiritimati. The revised rotation will be: Lautoka – Suva – […] The post Neptune Pacific announces schedule adjustments appeared first on Container News.

The Port of Gothenburg now offers two weekly direct container services to and from Asia, further strengthening Sweden’s connectivity to global trade. In July, the Gemini Alliance announced changes to its Asia–Europe loop, designating Gothenburg as its new European end destination instead of Bremerhaven. On Thursday morning, the 18,270 TEU Morten Maersk became the first […] The post Port of Gothenburg adds second direct service to Asia appeared first on Container News.